Job Title:

Creative Strategy Associate

Overview:

Creative Strategy Associate
Overview
The Advisors Client Services team is a key differentiator for Mastercard, providing the cutting-edge services that help our customers grow. Centered on data-driven technologies and innovation, this team provides consulting, marketing, loyalty and analytics to financial institutions and merchants globally.

Specialized Product Delivery (SPD) is a department within Advisors Client Services organization and focuses on the building out of new in-house capabilities to service our clients.

The Creative Strategy Associate role within SPD is focused on supporting the strategy development process that fuels innovative client solutions. You’ll work closely with Senior strategists, Creatives, Data analysts to help craft compelling narratives and uncover insights that drive business impact. This is an ideal role for a curious, analytical, and collaborative thinker who wants to grow at the intersection of business strategy and creative execution.

Key Responsibilities
1. Support the development of creative strategies and strategic narratives for client engagements across various industries
2. Conduct research on markets, competitors, consumers, and cultural trends to identify insights that shape strategic thinking
3. Help analyze business data and translate findings into actionable insights
4. Assist in the preparation of presentations, strategic briefs, and client-facing deliverables
5. Collaborate with design, copy, and consulting teams to align on storytelling and solution framing
6. Maintain a repository of strategic frameworks, case studies, and references to streamline internal workflows
7. Stay up to date on emerging industry trends and contribute fresh perspectives to brainstorming sessions and ideation workshops

Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field
2. 2–4 years of experience in brand strategy, advertising, consulting, marketing, or a creative environment (internships count!)
3. Strong interest in branding, marketing strategy, and consumer behavior
4. Sharp analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex information into clear insights
5. Excellent written, visual, and verbal communication skills
6. Comfortable with PowerPoint / Keynote and basic data tools (Excel, Tableau, etc.)
7. Collaborative, proactive, and eager to learn from feedback

What We Offer
1. Hands-on experience shaping the strategies behind world-class creative work
2. Mentorship and learning opportunities from senior strategists and cross-functional teams
3. A dynamic, global team environment that values creativity, empathy, and curiosity
4. Exposure to a wide range of industries, clients, and Mastercard assetsTo find US Salary Ranges, visit People Place. Under the Compensation tab, select "Salary Structures." Within the text of "Salary Structures," click on the link "salary structures 2025," through which you will be able to access the salary ranges for each Mastercard job family. For more information regarding US benefits, visit People Place and review the Benefits tab and the Time Off & Leave tab.